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Joseph Stephens
VA,VA
Summary
Highly motivated Cryptologic Warfare Specialist with 12 years of experience in the U.S. Navy leveraging language analysis and offensive cyber skills. Seeking a challenging opportunity to utilize expertise in offensive cyber.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cyber Operator
US Navy
07.2020 - Current
- Conducted vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in network infrastructure and recommend safeguards to mitigate risks
- Performed ethical hacking engagements to discover and assess vulnerabilities in network security, including those associated with 802.11 protocols (PSK, PMKID, WEP, WPS).
- Led the testing and validation of a Next-Generation antenna, troubleshooting complex technical challenges to achieve optimal performance for Department of Defense and Intelligence Community partners
- Composed a white paper outlining best practices for developing organizational tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
Arabic Linguist
US Navy
03.2014 - 07.2020
- Leveraged exceptional written and spoken Arabic fluency to conduct sensitive translations and interpretations for government and military agencies, supporting critical operations and fostering cross-cultural understanding
- Authored and disseminated intelligence reports, adhering to strict organizational writing standards
- Familiar with cultural nuances specific to the Arab world, enhancing communication and understanding
Education
AA | Arabic-Levantine -
Defense Language Institute
Monterey, CA03-2014
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Analytics
- Problem solving
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Software Management
- Hardware Installation
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Network Security
- System Testing
- VPN configurations
Certification
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Certified Remote SOF Cyber Operator Fort Liberty, NC April 2022
Remote Network Operations Roka Security December 2020
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
In progress | completion January 2025
Software
Metasploit
Hashcat
Aircrack-ng
Wireshark
Kismet
Windows
WireGuard
OpenVPN
Timeline
Cyber Operator
US Navy
07.2020 - Current
Arabic Linguist
US Navy
03.2014 - 07.2020
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Certified Remote SOF Cyber Operator Fort Liberty, NC April 2022
Remote Network Operations Roka Security December 2020
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
In progress | completion January 2025
AA | Arabic-Levantine -
Defense Language Institute
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